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BrightSpring Health Services

Home-based health services and pharmacy solutions

Direct Support Professional

Residential & Direct SupportPosted on Nov 5
Full-timeBrewer, ME, USA$20 - $22 /hr

About the Job

Requirements

  • Meet one of the training requirements for a Direct Support Professional or Personal Support Specialist. A Direct Support Professional must complete the Maine Department of Health and Human Services curriculum, demonstrate proficiency through the approved Assessment of Prior Learning, or complete the Maine College of Direct Support curriculum within six months of hire.
  • A Personal Support Specialist must hold a valid certificate issued after completing the Maine Department of Health and Human Services-approved training curriculum and passing the competency-based examination. The training must include at least 50 hours of classroom instruction, demonstration, return demonstration, and examination and cover the assigned tasks.
  • Be a Certified Brain Injury Specialist or complete equivalent training within the first 12 months of employment.
  • Be at least 18 years old.
  • Have graduated from high school or acquired a General Education Diploma.
  • Complete Reportable Events Training and Department-approved Behavior Regulations Training.
  • Complete an adult protective and child protective record check and a background check consistent with 18.10-9.
  • Maintain current status as a State of Maine Certified Residential Medication Aide.
  • Demonstrate effective and professional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Be able to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Demonstrate organization skills and attention to detail.
  • Have reliable transportation and be able to travel between residences and the office as needed during the shift.

Responsibilities

  • Assist the patient in achieving individualized treatment-plan goals established by the clinical or residential team and provide feedback as needed.
  • Ensure the patient's safety, living comfort, and hygiene needs are met while fostering independent functioning.
  • Provide or arrange transportation and escort the patient to medical or other appointments and outings; keep staff and family members informed of scheduled appointments.
  • Adhere to and enforce the patient's Bill of Rights and report violations to management.
  • Implement community reintegration activities under the direction of the clinical or residential treatment team, assist with the patient's needs at home and in the community, and help the patient understand their needs and limitations.
  • Observe, document, and report changes in the patient's condition to management and other treatment-team members as appropriate.
  • Attend case conferences and family educational meetings as recommended by the team.
  • Protect confidential information and share it only when the recipient's right to access is established and sharing is in the patient's best interest.
  • Participate in the Company's mandatory Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act privacy and Business Ethics and Compliance programs and practices.
  • Maintain and submit documentation in the formats and timelines required by the Company, facility, and local, state, and federal regulations.
  • Maintain professional conduct, appearance, reliability, punctuality, and cooperation in assigned duties.
  • Attend, participate in, or conduct internal staff-development programs and obtain continuing education as required by company policy and regulations.
  • Help the team foster a safe home environment for the patient.
  • Report safety concerns or issues to management immediately.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

About the Company

BrightSpring Health Services

Home-based health services and pharmacy solutions

BrightSpring Health Services delivers home and community-based health services for people with complex or chronic needs, organized into two segments: Pharmacy and Provider. The Pharmacy segment provides specialty, infusion, and community pharmacy services to patients with complex conditions. The Provider segment offers behavioral health, home health, hospice care, and services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The company runs an integrated care model through a network of pharmacies and providers to support a continuum of care that includes clinical services, care coordination, and in-home support. Revenue comes from Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurance, reflecting reimbursement across public and private payers. The goal is to coordinate pharmacy and in-home health services to improve access, continuity, and outcomes for patients and to serve managed care organizations with a complete care solution.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Lyndon, KY
Founded
1974

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